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Pressure from Russia on Armenia ahead of elections: economy as tool of influence

Armenia-Russia

May 29, 2026

Experts say the pressure is temporary, but Armenia’s dependence on the Russian market has made it possible and highlights the need to diversify economic ties.

Part of Abkhazia’s opposition urges Armenians to vote against Nikol Pashinyan in parliamentary elections

Abkhazia

May 29, 2026

Other opposition figures criticised the appeal, describing it as interference in Armenia’s internal affairs.

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 25-29 May, 2026

Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

May 29, 2026

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

‘New army, new weapons’: military parade in Yerevan marks Republic Day

Armenia

May 28, 2026

The government showcased new weapons and military equipment acquired from foreign partners in recent years, as well as systems produced in Armenia itself.

‘Sensational but false’: scrutiny of election promises made by some political forces in Armenia

Politics in Armenia

May 28, 2026

Armenia’s election campaign features a wide range of promises — from creating thousands of jobs to legally banning Azerbaijanis from living in the country

Armenia gains access to rail connections through Turkey: what to expect

Armenia-Turkey

May 25, 2026

“The Akhalkalaki–Kars railway is now open for exports from Armenia and imports into Armenia,” Prime Minister Nikol Pashinyan says. Economist Aghasi Tavadyan explains what this could mean.

Pashinyan comments on gas prices, recent assault and exposing agents as key election looms

Nikol Pashinyan

May 22, 2026

Pashinyan decided not to break tradition and invited journalists to his weekly press conference, despite being on leave due to the election campaign

'Polite children are seen as weak': violence among teenagers on rise in Armenia

Armenia

May 22, 2026

What is happening in schools: the story of a mother and her 15-year-old son. An expert explains the situation and suggests ways to address it.

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 18-22 May, 2026

Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

May 22, 2026

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos

'We are not inclined to create tension' - Yerevan responds to Moscow's claims of 'unfriendly steps'

Armenia-Russia

May 21, 2026

Russian deputy foreign minister and Security Council secretary say Armenia’s stance on Russian-led EAEU is ‘absolutely unacceptable’

Russian intelligence operatives sent to 'target Pashinyan': The Insider investigation

Armenia-Russia

May 20, 2026

The publication focuses, in part, on businessmen Samvel Karapetyan and Gagik Tsarukyan. The parties led by both men have submitted applications to take part in Armenia’s parliamentary elections. What people in Armenia are saying about the claims.

Assassination plot against Nikol Pashinyan: real or hybrid threat?

Nikol Pashinyan

May 19, 2026

A video has appeared online in which five masked men claim that Pashinyan “gave up Artsakh and will answer for it”. Armenian political analysts do not rule out the possibility that the footage was filmed in Russia.

Leak reveals secret documents on Russia’s hybrid attacks against Armenia

Armenia-Russia

May 18, 2026

According to the documents, so-called “research” centres operating in Israel and Egypt received millions of roubles. The campaigns targeted not only Armenia, but also several other countries.

Fact-checkers debunk reports of Turkish military base deployment in Armenia as fake

Armenia

May 16, 2026

Disinformation circulated under DRM News falsely claims Armenia, with EU support, signed a secret deal allowing Türkiye to build a military base near Gyumri

‘Use longer and give new life’: introducing circular economy in Armenia

Armenia

May 15, 2026

Its goals are mainly environmental, but the model also promises economic benefits.

Top stories in Azerbaijan, Armenia, and Georgia from 11-15 May, 2026

Azerbaijan-Armenia-Georgia

May 15, 2026

Daily morning roundup. Top stories in local media, commentary, trending photos and videos.

'There will be another revolution on 7 June' - Nikol Pashinyan confident of public support in election

Armenia

May 14, 2026

Even while on holiday, Nikol Pashinyan continues his weekly briefings — this time focusing on the upcoming elections, Armenia’s foreign policy and relations with Russia and the West.

Armenia welcomes Turkey move to lift bilateral trade ban

Armenia-Turkey

May 13, 2026

Turkey lifts ban on direct trade with Armenia. Preparations have been completed, while previous trade had to go through third countries.

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